Does this make sense tactically? Consequence 1: Protesters believe they are marked for the gulags, and must go "all the way". Option 2: Don't tell the protest

Does this make sense tactically? Consequence 1: Protesters believe they are marked for the gulags, and must go "all the way". Option 2: Don't tell the protesters, but mark them for the gulags. Round them up at night when they are less likely to mount a response.